Afrin Market
Specialty Food Stores in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
5.0 (32)
| Category | Specialty Food Stores Β· Caterer, Grocery store, Halal restaurant, Shawarma restaurant |
|---|---|
| Address | Facing Rotary Park, 114 W James St, Lancaster, PA 17603 |
| Area | Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
| Phone | (717) 803-5198 |
| Google rating | 5.0 (32) |
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 AMβ9 PM |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 1β6 PM |
About Afrin Market
Afrin Market. Levantine and American Groceries, and House-Made foods. Take-Out after 12pm. Custom Afrin-Style, Halal, and Kosher-style, or American meals and baked goods available for order. Call for specific information and pricing for custom orders. Extended hours available by appointment.
Located at Facing Rotary Park, 114 W James St, Lancaster, PA 17603, Afrin Market operates as a specialty food store serving Lancaster in Pennsylvania. This page gathers the practical details people usually look for before visiting: where it is, how to reach it, when it opens and how customers rate it. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as caterer, grocery store, halal restaurant, so it may cover more than the name suggests.
Asian grocery stores and supermarkets stock ingredients, snacks and household goods that general American supermarkets often do not carry, organized by category rather than by country of origin in most stores. Produce and live or fresh seafood sections are usually at the back or side of the store, and weekend mornings bring the largest crowds and freshest restock. Many larger Asian supermarkets include a hot deli or food court counter selling prepared meals by the pound or as fixed plates, useful for a quick lunch while shopping. Labels are frequently bilingual or untranslated, so store staff can usually help locate a specific ingredient if you ask. Cash, cards and mobile pay are all commonly accepted at larger chains; smaller specialty shops may be cash-preferred.
The business lists hours on 2 days of the week. The most common schedule is 10:30 AMβ9 PM. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. You can reach Afrin Market at (717) 803-5198; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. Its website is afrinmarket.com, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.
Customers rate it 5.0 out of 5 on Google across 32 reviews, placing it among the better-regarded specialty food stores in Lancaster.
Lancaster is in Pennsylvania, in the Northeast, where four distinct seasons shape local life: hot humid summers, snowy winters that can close businesses for a day, and a dense pattern of towns where walking, transit and street parking all matter. Getting around Lancaster is easiest by car; street parking is metered in busy downtown areas, and most suburban businesses have their own lot. Ride-share apps such as Uber and Lyft operate across Pennsylvania's larger cities, and public transit varies from extensive to minimal.
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Latest Google reviews
The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.
Dragos Georgescu 4 months ago
Great place, many different products at cheap prices. The owners were very friendly as well. My boyfriend and I had great experiences here, I will definitely come back here again!
CJ Bird 11 months ago
I had the shawarma sandwich. It was delicious! The fresh & pickled veggies were perfect, with the lemon garlic sauce on the shawarma. I will definitely be back! It was a little tough to find at first. Luckily there was no traffic so I was able to loop back around easily. I think just a more noticeable sign outside would help. This place is definitely worth finding. Thereβs no seating inside, itβs a small specialty grocery shop. There is a nice little green spot with benches right out front though.
Tina Li a year ago
A Taste Beyond Cowβs Milk: Discovering Camel Milk at Afrin Market When I visited the Afrin Market in Lancaster, I originally just wanted to see if there were any new and interesting foods. However, I unexpectedly had a memorable conversation with the shop owner. He told me that it was usually his wife who was in charge of the store, and I was very lucky to meet him in person because he was flying to New Jersey that night. We stood between the shelves, and he casually took a bottle of camel milk from the freezer and enthusiastically introduced it to me. This drink is rarely seen in the United States but holds special significance in Middle Eastern culture. At first, I thought I might not be able to accept the taste and had a little hesitation in my heart. But when I actually took a sip, the feeling was completely unexpected: it didn't have the strong milky smell like cow's milk, but instead had a fresher taste, almost like a delicate dairy drink. While I was tasting it, I was also listening to him tell stories about migration and food. I realized that camel milk is not just a drink; it also carries people's memories of their hometowns, the inheritance of culture, and connections ac
Laura Unger 2 years ago
So fortunate to have this market in the neighborhood. The owners are extremely welcoming and share their recommendations - which have never steered me wrong. They regularly get new products and fresh produce, so it is good to look through the store each time you visit. Many delicious vegan options, including in their takeaway food. I recommend ordering takeaway and doing shopping as your food is prepared to order.
Terry Messner 2 years ago
This small Middle Eastern grocery store is worth checking out. There are a lot of items that you won't find elsewhere and the owners are super friendly. They serve DΓΆner Kabab every day and it's delicious! That's why I visited. They can make it spicy or not. We had one that was spicy, one that was a little and one that wasn't spicy at all. If you're in the area and are looking for something to eat, give this place a try.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Afrin Market located?
Afrin Market is at Facing Rotary Park, 114 W James St, Lancaster, PA 17603, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Use the βOpen in Google Mapsβ button on this page for directions.
What kind of business is Afrin Market?
Afrin Market is listed as a specialty food store and is also tagged on Google as caterer, grocery store, halal restaurant.
What are the hours of Afrin Market?
Published hours are Monday: 10:30 AMβ9 PM; Sunday: 1β6 PM. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.
Is Afrin Market open on Sunday?
Yes, on Sunday it is open 1β6 PM.
What is the phone number of Afrin Market?
You can call Afrin Market at (717) 803-5198.
How is Afrin Market rated on Google?
Afrin Market has a Google rating of 5.0 out of 5 from 32 reviews.
Does Afrin Market have a website?
Yes, the website of Afrin Market is afrinmarket.com (linked on this page).
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